2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
